Ladies of Lore
Ladies of Lore is dedicated to the women of mythology and folklore, from goddesses, monsters, queens, witches, seers, and everything in between.
Each episode traces these women from their earliest origins through their most famous stories, and explores how they change over time, shaped by the cultures retelling them. We explore how fear, power, desire, and control transformed women into monsters, muses, or moral warnings, and what those transformations reveal about the societies doing the telling.
From ancient myth to modern pop culture, Ladies of Lore looks at where these women began, how they’ve been rewritten, and why they still matter now.
If you love mythology, folklore, and wonder who benefits from the version of the story we are given, you're in the right place.
Episodes
53 episodes
The Women of Ancient Rome ft. The Lost Roman Heroes
This week I sat down with Matthew and Matteo, hosts of The Lost Roman Heroes podcast, to talk about 3 incredible women from Ancient Rome. You can find The Lost Roman Heroes here: ht...
I, Medusa: A Conversation with Ayana Gray
Today I am joined by New York Times best selling author Ayana Gray to talk about her book I, Medusa and the power of reclaiming one of the mythology's most well known women. Ayana is the author of the bestselling ...
History Daily: Rosa Parks Makes a Stand + The Death of Queen Elizabeth I
I’m delighted to be featured as part of History Daily’s Saturday Matinee series. To celebrate, today I’m sharing a special double feature from History Daily, hosted by Lindsay Graham. Known for its engaging, research-driven st...
Deirdre: The Girl Destined for Sorrow
Before she ever fell in love, Deirdre was promised to a king. Before she ever made a choice, her fate had already been written. Known as Deirdre of the Sorrows, her story is one of prophecy, exile and doomed love. This week we jump ...
Kali: Devourer of Illusion
Kali is one of the most complex and powerful figures in global mythology. In this we follow the evolution of Kali, all the way from her origins in ancient Sanskrit texts to her role as a liberating force in Tantric cosmology, colonial res...
Heroines of History: Catherine of Aragon
Happy New Year! I hope you all had a lovely festive break and are feeling ready to take on 2026! I entered the new year with a bad cold which is not what you want to hear on the podcast. My loss is your gain though, and I am gifting...
Our Lady of Guadalupe: A Patreon Special
This is a special episode originally created as a Patreon exclusive as part of the ongoing 'Ladies of Advent' series.In this opening episode of 'Ladies of Advent' we start with Our Lady of Guadalupe. The divine mother who appeared in 153...
Florence & The Machine’s Everybody Scream: The Witchcraft of Womanhood
Trigger Warning: Pregnancy LossIn this episode, we drink deep and dive in to the world of Florence & The Machine’s Everybody Scream. An album that fuses mythology, witchcraft, trauma, and feminine power. We explore how Florenc...
The Weavers of Fate
It has been a while, I missed you! Here's a little mini episode for you all about the women who weave the fate of the world and all who live in it. Excited to be back and ready to start bringing you some more amazing sto...
Corn Mothers and Grain Goddesses: Women of the Harvest
I'm back! I took some time off to have a birthday, but I am back and ready to talk about some more amazing women! In light of the changing of the seasons, this week we are talking about women of the harvest from across the world! We're talking ...
Signs, Seals and Stories: The Mythology of Logos
To celebrate our brand new look, this week we're talking all things logos. We explore the history of the word itself and how logos have transformed through time from Mesopotamia through to the Industrial revolution and the shoes we now wear on ...
Snow White Part 2: Grimm Tales, Disney Dreams (ft Missy)
Here is part 2 of our exploration into Snow White with the amazing Missy. This week we are covering the Grimm version of the tale, how Snow White made Disney what it is today and where she can be found in modern media and literature. <...
Snow White Part 1: Mirrors Across Cultures (ft Missy)
Thank you for 1 whole year of Ladies of Lore! I appreciate every one of youSnow White is so much more than just a Grimm Brothers fairy tale. It's a story that has truly traveled across continents and centuries. In this episode, we explor...
Faeries: The Musical (ft. RPG Major)
This week the gang from RPG Major are back and this time ready to sing to you all about faeries. Come and listen to the origins, transformations and modern interpretations of Faeries with the little added spice of some improvised mu...
Cinderella: Rising from the Ashes
In this episode, we're tracing Cinderella from her ancient, ash-covered origins in global oral folklore to her bejeweled transformation through centuries of retellings. We'll explore how her story evolved across cultures, how Disney’s 1950 film...
Queer Women of Mythology
From goddesses who loved women to warrior queens who defied gender norms, this episode celebrates the queer women of mythology. This week we're unearthing sapphic stories and discussing the divine queerness that’s always been part of our histor...
Atabey: The Cosmic Mother of the Caribbean
Atabey, the Taino Mother of creation, once shaped land, sea, and sky. In this episode, we explore her as life-giver and cosmic force—and trace how her image shifted through colonisation, erasure, and survival. From sacred caves to modern memory...
Suffolk: Boudicca, Witches and Fairies, Oh My!
In the very first episode of Ladies of Lore on Tour, we'll step into the mists of East Anglia as we trace the footsteps of Boudicca, commune with the witches of Suffolk, explore fairy folklore, and unravel the mystery of the green children of W...
Schedule Update, Discord Server & Patreon News!
Super short update this week to give you the low down on the latest at Ladies of Lore. Biggest news is that the Patreon & Discord Server are both now live and you can access them here: www.patreon.com/LadiesOfLore&nb...
Freyja: The Goddess Who Wept Gold
In this episode, we journey through myth, memory, and modern magic to explore the powerful Norse goddess Freyja. From her ancient origins as a Vanir deity of love, fertility, death, and seiðr, to her medieval demonisation and Enlightenment dism...
Circe: Weaving Her Own Fate
This week we will be taking a look at the transformation of one of mythology’s most misunderstood women: Circe. From Homer’s dangerous enchantress to a symbol of female power and self-authorship, we'll trace Circe’s evolution through ancient te...
Sirens: The Musical (ft. RPG Major)
Join me for a very special episode of Ladies of Lore, featuring the incredibly talented cast of RPG Major, the improvised musical actual play podcast. Today we explore the Sirens, find out where they come from, hear their stories an...
Pandora: A Jar of Hope
In this episode, we unravel the mystery of Pandora’s story, the true meaning of her jar, and the curious fate of hope. Was it a blessing, a trick, or something more? For enquiries please email ladiesoflorepodcast@gmail.com
Guinevere: Part 2 - Power, Agency and Patriarchy
TRIGGER WARNING - SEXUAL ASSAULT For centuries, Guinevere has been portrayed as a cautionary tale—the woman whose love affair with Lancelot shattered Camelot. But was she truly the villain of the story, or was she a victim of...
Guinevere: Part 1 - Passion, Betrayal and the End of Camelot
For centuries, Guinevere has been portrayed as a cautionary tale—the woman whose love affair with Lancelot shattered Camelot. But was she truly the villain of the story, or was she a victim of the patriarchal narratives that have shaped her leg...